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Neil Gaiman Faces Sexual Assault Allegations in US Civil Lawsuits

News RoomBy News RoomFebruary 4, 2025
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This legal saga centers around accusations of sexual assault and human trafficking leveled against renowned British author Neil Gaiman and his wife, musician Amanda Palmer, by Scarlett Pavlovich, a New Zealand woman who formerly worked for the couple as a babysitter and nanny. The allegations, detailed in three civil lawsuits filed by Pavlovich in federal courts across Wisconsin, Massachusetts, and New York, paint a disturbing picture of exploitation and abuse.

Pavlovich’s account begins with her vulnerable state of homelessness in Auckland, New Zealand, in 2020, when she was 22 years old. She claims to have met Palmer and subsequently been invited to the couple’s Waiheke Island home. Initially performing errands and childcare duties, Pavlovich’s role gradually evolved into that of a full-time nanny. The lawsuits allege that the horrific abuse began shortly after this initial encounter, with Gaiman allegedly perpetrating the first sexual assault on the very night they met in February 2022.

The alleged assaults continued, according to Pavlovich, trapped in a cycle of abuse due to her financial dependence and homelessness. The lawsuits claim that Gaiman offered to assist her burgeoning writing career, a promise that kept her tied to the couple despite the ongoing assaults. Pavlovich further alleges that upon confiding in Palmer about the abuse, she was met with a shocking revelation: Palmer allegedly admitted that over a dozen women had previously accused Gaiman of sexual misconduct.

The lawsuits depict a deeply disturbing dynamic within the Gaiman-Palmer household, alleging that Palmer was not only aware of Gaiman’s predatory behavior but actively facilitated it. Pavlovich claims that Palmer presented her to Gaiman knowing that she would be subjected to sexual assault. This alleged complicity forms the basis of the human trafficking accusation, with Pavlovich asserting that both Gaiman and Palmer violated federal human trafficking laws by exploiting her vulnerable position for their own gratification.

Despite the harrowing allegations, Pavlovich’s ordeal, as detailed in the lawsuits, only ceased when she threatened suicide. Following this desperate plea, she left the couple’s employment and once again found herself homeless. The lawsuits, however, acknowledge that Gaiman eventually compensated her for childcare services rendered and briefly provided financial assistance for housing. Pavlovich is seeking a substantial sum in damages, amounting to at least $7 million, for the emotional distress, trauma, and exploitation she claims to have endured.

Gaiman has vehemently denied the allegations, issuing a public statement following the publication of a New York Magazine article in January that detailed accusations of assault, abuse, and coercion by eight women, including Pavlovich. He maintains that he has never engaged in non-consensual sexual acts. Despite his denials, the fallout from these accusations has been significant, impacting his professional relationships and ongoing projects. Dark Horse Comics, for example, has ceased publication of its illustrated series based on Gaiman’s novel “Anansi Boys,” and Disney has paused development of an adaptation of “The Graveyard Book.” However, Netflix is currently proceeding with plans for a second season of “The Sandman,” a series based on another of Gaiman’s works.

The accusations paint a complex and disturbing picture of alleged power dynamics, exploitation, and complicity. While Gaiman maintains his innocence, the legal proceedings will ultimately determine the veracity of Pavlovich’s claims and the consequences for both Gaiman and Palmer. The case has already had a significant impact on Gaiman’s career and public image, raising questions about the future of his creative endeavors and the broader implications of such allegations within the entertainment industry. The legal battles ahead promise to be closely watched as they unfold, with potential repercussions not only for the individuals involved but also for the discussions around accountability and power imbalances within creative industries.

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